Gina Romero is a serial entrepreneur who openly shares that she’s failed in business multiple times since the age of 16—not out of pride, but because she believes failure is a powerful driver of growth and success. That mindset has shaped her mission: to help others succeed, especially women, through community, entrepreneurship, and technology. She is the Founder and Head of Special Projects at Connected Women, a high-growth services company delivering AI and digital task outsourcing solutions. With the tagline “Bringing Opportunities Home,” Connected Women empowers Filipino women through socially responsible online work and is building the inclusive workplace of the future by scaling women’s participation in tech. Under her leadership, Connected Women has gained international recognition for its impact in inclusive innovation, the future of work, e-employment, and women’s empowerment. She is also a recipient of the TOWNS Award (The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service)—a national honor given to women who demonstrate exceptional commitment, leadership, and positive impact on society. Gina shares her unconventional upbringing and her story for starting Connected Women. She also shares her tips on self-confidence that you can use in your own journey. Enjoy listening to Gina's story.
Gina Romero is the founder of Connected Women.
Cultural Background
Gina is of Filipina and British descent.
Favorite Self Confidence Quote
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?
Definition of Self Confidence
Self-confidence is not having everything figured out but you take the first step anyway.
Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence
Gina lived life like a blank canvas figuring out her own path. It wasn't a clear path for her since she had an unconventional upbringing.
The “AHA” Moment
Gina used to be in a women's community in the UK and when she moved to South East Asia, she couldn't find the women's community that she wanted. So she decided to start small and ask people to have coffee with her which in turn started Connected Women.
Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence
Gina may have tough times but she loves what she does because it's a problem that she truly wants to solve.
The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener
Look for those communities where people are there to lift you up.
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